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According to the National Association for Home Care And Hospice, there are 7.6 million permanently disabled people in the United States who are receiving home care. The vast majority of home healthcare recipients are over the age of 65. Even though home care has numerous advantages, it is important to note that it also comes with a few disadvantages.

Financial

One of the main advantages of home care is that it is a lot less expensive than keeping patients in the hospital. However, even though home care is cheaper than placing a patient in a residential facility, its costs can begin to add up over time. According to a 2008 survey that was conducted by the National Private Duty Association, the average cost of home health services is around $22.37 per hour. It is also important to note that a person’s physical needs can increase or change overtime. That can eventually makepersonal carean impractical choice.

Independence

Many people prefer home care because it allows the patient to recover in an environment that is familiar and comfortable. Patients will receive care that is designed to meet their individualized needs. Home care may delay the need for many families to place their loved one in a nursing home. Maintaining the patient’s independence is the primary advantage that home care services offers.

Home care services allow families and patients to have more control over the type of care that is received. However, in order for a home care program to successfully work, it will take a lot of hard work on the part of the family members. They must find and coordinate the needed services. The family members are also responsible for figuring the costs.

Even though some people do better recovering in their homes, many patients feel isolated because they spend most of their time lying in the bed. In those cases, a nursing home or assisted living facility may be a better choice.

Quality of Care

Another advantage of home care is that it allows the health care provider to give the patient one on one attention. That is not something that a person would get if he or she was in a nursing home facility or hospital. One staff member is usually responsible for caring for 10 or more patients in a nursing facility.

On the other hand, home care is not regulated by state and federal law. Individuals who live alone are prone to neglect and abuse if there are not any family members around to monitor the caregivers.

Family Participation

One of the reasons that so many people choose home care is because they can get help from family members and friends. However, family members are still prone to burn out even with the help of a caregiver. Furthermore, if a medical emergency arises, then it can be difficult to handle if the patient is at home.

Patient Rights

If you select a home health agency that has been approved by Medicare, then you will be entitled to certain rights. The home health agency will be required to give you a copy of your care plan that details the services that you will be receiving. Additionally, the health care providers are required to treat you with respect.